This file describes the five O*NET Job Zones, which are groups of occupations that need the same level of experience, education, and training.

The file is displayed in seven tab delimited fields with the columns named Job Zone, Name, Experience, Education, Job Training, Examples, and SVP Range. The seven fields are represented by one row. There are a total of 5 rows of data in this file.

File Structure Changes:

Release Number

Description of Change

5.0 - 20.3

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Data Example - Job Zone Reference:

Job Zone

Name

Experience

Education

Job Training

Examples

SVP Range

1

Job Zone One: Little or No Preparation Needed

Little or no previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, a person can become a waiter or waitress even if he/she has never worked before.

Some of these occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate.

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few days to a few months of training. Usually, an experienced worker could show you how to do the job.

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, physical therapist aides, salespersons (retail), and tellers.

(4.0 to < 6.0)

3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.